2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2009 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Alpina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Alpina would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (425 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 2009 Dodge Charger | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | Alpina | Charger |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 6059 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 425 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |